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tkpdv23 said:
Hi, I found a username, Echinopsis the timeline sheet, but I cannot find any conversation here in the forum. It would be nice to have a contact since we have the same FO. Please let's be in contact if you have a different username here in the forum. Thanks!
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It's my entry. Through, we didn't get any updates after the fingerprints were taken. We did request assistance from the Senator's office and the response from USCIS (end of July) was that the "case is currently being reviewed by an Officer."
 
tonnykirugu said:
I want to appreciate the effort of this forum.
Today my case was approved and New card Ordered.
My prayer is all us can succeed and have peace of mind.

I had to do my biometrics due to an error of my date of birth and misspelled name.
I had to wait for a month after interview to receive a decision
I did an expedited request for my case on 07/25/23 and expedited request was approved on 08/03/2023 and 08/08/2023 my case was approved.
They also approved my I-824 (FTJ) request. Waiting to see how this turns out.
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Congrats! Could you please tell us what reason you used to request an expedite?
I see some people's requests got denied. It would be helpful a lot for other AOSers. Thank you.
 
MichaelKtv said:
It's my entry. Through, we didn't get any updates after the fingerprints were taken. We did request assistance from the Senator's office and the response from USCIS (end of July) was that the "case is currently being reviewed by an Officer."
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Thank you for replying. I also received the same reply from the congressman's office. I don't know why the Providence office is taking so long. I am especially worried because of the visa cap; it's almost the end of the fiscal year.
 
Dear mom, its been almost 8 days since I got a message about the acceptance of my package. but I haven't received any NOA letter yet, nor any bio metric appointment schedule.
should I be worried at this time?
 
Sadaft92 said:
Dear mom, its been almost 8 days since I got a message about the acceptance of my package. but I haven't received any NOA letter yet, nor any bio metric appointment schedule.
should I be worried at this time?
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Sm1smom said:
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yes mom.
I got the message from USCIS about the acceptance of my file and fee with a uscis number . but it said that I they sent a letter for instruction .
but I haven't received the NOA letter
 
Sadaft92 said:
yes mom.
I got the message from USCIS about the acceptance of my file and fee with a uscis number . but it said that I they sent a letter for instruction .
but I haven't received the NOA letter
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I asked about USPS informed delivery and not about the acceptance notification message from USCIS.
 
Hi @Sm1smom,

I just chatted with Emma. I typed "INFOPASS" and then "Make an appointment with Tier 2 agent" but got generic information about biometrics. I then requested to speak to a live chat agent and asked for a Tier 2 agent. The Tier 1 agent asked me: "What is the reason for requesting a Tier 2 officer?" and after I explained that is because I'm still waiting for my biometrics letter, this was the answer: "Unfortunately , we cannot schedule an appointment for the reasons provided. Biometrics appointments are scheduled at this discretion of the USCIS office. Please continue to wait for an ASC Appointment Notice or you may receive Form I-797, Notice of Action from USCIS indicating that your previously collected biometrics may be reused."
What's the secret to getting a call from a Tier 2 agent like everyone else?

Thank you
 
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AM7 said:
Hi @Sm1smom,

I just chatted with Emma. I typed "INFOPASS" and then "Make an appointment with Tier 2 agent" but got generic information about biometrics. I then requested to speak to a live chat agent and asked for a Tier 2 agent. The Tier 1 agent asked me: "What is the reason for requesting a Tier 2 officer?" and after I explained that is because I'm still waiting for my biometrics letter, this was the answer: "Unfortunately , we cannot schedule an appointment for the reasons provided. Biometrics appointments are scheduled at this discretion of the USCIS office. Please continue to wait for an ASC Appointment Notice or you may receive Form I-797, Notice of Action from USCIS indicating that your previously collected biometrics may be reused."
What's the secret to getting a call from a Tier 2 agent like everyone else?

Thank you
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Tier 2 call schedule is at the discretion of the front line agent - it’s a matter of luck.
 
Sm1smom said:
I typically do not provide guidance on how to fill the I-824 as it is not a part of the standard DV process guidance which I provide here. However I took a look at the form and I do not understand precisely what doubts you’re having about the sections you listed:
Part 1. Q4: You should know whatever your current immigration status is
Part 1. Q5: You’re not a USC, so you wouldn’t have a naturalization certificate number, correct?
Part 1. Q12: You came across this same question on the I-485 you submitted for yourself, correct? So same answer.
Part 2. Q1c: I can’t help you figure out the embassy with jurisdiction over the country where your family is currently based, you need to figure that out yourself.
Part 3 Q1a: I-485 (Pending Adjudication)
Part 3 Q1b & 1c: You should be able to find the information on the acceptance receipt (NOA) for your I-485.
Part 3 Q1d: The case is not yet approved, so you have no approval date.

You have no basis for filing an I-130 at this point since you’re neither a LPR or a USC.
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Hello mom,
I was following this forum and thank you for all from now.
I have some confusion about follow to join process.I get my card with aos as an dv winner but my spouse in different county and we have limited time ,i read all case from excel for Follow to join process i will do the same things, i hope it will work but i have some confusing to fill i-824 part 3 section beetween 1.a -2g
I read i-824 introduction I understand it but in form under part 3 this sentence ‘‘ provide the following information about the principal beneficiary of the previous application or petition,if other than you’’ make me confuse
Because i-485 applicant is me.
1- Am I principal beneficiary? Should i write my information between 2.a-2g or shouldn’t I write anything and pass ?

Because in introduction of i-824 it says fill this part if you choose part2 1.a ,1.b , 1.d or 1.e
But i choose is 1.c so i also fill dependents section but i am not sure about between 2.a-2g
This make my confuse because i will pay fee and i just need advise from someone who fill up this form on i-485 or from you .
Just i am confuse at this part.
I have everything just this part confuse me and i am stuck in this section.
I also try to contact consulate for my spouse in his country but they never reply my mails.Even tough i write in right format when i sent emails, maybe i sent 10-15 mails and no response.My spouse will visit them.we have 44 days from now i hope we can do.
I will appreciate for helps.
Kind Regards.
 
Ays1 said:
Hello mom,
I was following this forum and thank you for all from now.
I have some confusion about follow to join process.I get my card with aos as an dv winner but my spouse in different county and we have limited time ,i read all case from excel for Follow to join process i will do the same things, i hope it will work but i have some confusing to fill i-824 part 3 section beetween 1.a -2g
I read i-824 introduction I understand it but in form under part 3 this sentence ‘‘ provide the following information about the principal beneficiary of the previous application or petition,if other than you’’ make me confuse
Because i-485 applicant is me.
1- Am I principal beneficiary? Should i write my information between 2.a-2g or shouldn’t I write anything and pass ?

Because in introduction of i-824 it says fill this part if you choose part2 1.a ,1.b , 1.d or 1.e
But i choose is 1.c so i also fill dependents section but i am not sure about between 2.a-2g
This make my confuse because i will pay fee and i just need advise from someone who fill up this form on i-485 or from you .
Just i am confuse at this part.
I have everything just this part confuse me and i am stuck in this section.
I also try to contact consulate for my spouse in his country but they never reply my mails.Even tough i write in right format when i sent emails, maybe i sent 10-15 mails and no response.My spouse will visit them.we have 44 days from now i hope we can do.
I will appreciate for helps.
Kind Regards.
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I'm sorry I typically do not provide guidance on how to fill the I-824 as it is not a part of the standard DV process guidance which I provide here just like it's already noted on my post which you quoted.
 
Sm1smom said:
I'm sorry I typically do not provide guidance on how to fill the I-824 as it is not a part of the standard DV process guidance which I provide here just like it's already noted on my post which you quoted.
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Thanks you for reply, yes it is not typical process.
Then I think it is better to follow instruction for i-824 in USCIS i will do what it is written and take my risk i will update in here :)
Thank you Mom :)
 
does your interview getting waived depend on the field office, or how strong your application is? are there some field offices that never waive interviews regardless of what documents you provide?
 
Hi Mom,

Just a quick update on my situation. So last week a field officer from Los Angeles phoned me and said they did not have the receipt for the DV lottery payment on file (the $330 x2 sent with the SSAE) even though I clearly sent it to them since they mailed it back to me with the stamp and signature. Luckily I had a photocopy and drove to the office to hand in.

1) I am wondering could this be one of the reasons my husbands I-485 was rejected? (Remember I messaged you last week about his rejection notice saying it didnt have the DV winning letter). Maybe they didnt see his $330 was also paid?

2) Yesterday I received an appointment letter for my interview in two weeks. I have a few questions...

a. Do you think that my husband's application can be fast tracked in time to have the interview at the same time as me (2 weeks away)?
b. If not, what happens to him? I am the DV winner but he is the F1 holder (I am F2). Can he interview after me in September?
c. Should I email the L.A. office and tell them about his application?
d. Will his application get rejected again since they didn't have the DV payment on file?? Or will they see the update that I handed it in person?
e. Lastly, if approved, approximatley how long does it take to receive the card? I have a trip to Puerto Rico for a week after the interview. Wondering if I should cancel it, or is it okay to fly there without the card since it is still the USA?

PS, I have sent you a request to edit the spreadsheet.
 
A.E said:
Hi Mom,

Just a quick update on my situation. So last week a field officer from Los Angeles phoned me and said they did not have the receipt for the DV lottery payment on file (the $330 x2 sent with the SSAE) even though I clearly sent it to them since they mailed it back to me with the stamp and signature. Luckily I had a photocopy and drove to the office to hand in.

1) I am wondering could this be one of the reasons my husbands I-485 was rejected? (Remember I messaged you last week about his rejection notice saying it didnt have the DV winning letter). Maybe they didnt see his $330 was also paid?

2) Yesterday I received an appointment letter for my interview in two weeks. I have a few questions...

a. Do you think that my husband's application can be fast tracked in time to have the interview at the same time as me (2 weeks away)?
b. If not, what happens to him? I am the DV winner but he is the F1 holder (I am F2). Can he interview after me in September?
c. Should I email the L.A. office and tell them about his application?
d. Will his application get rejected again since they didn't have the DV payment on file?? Or will they see the update that I handed it in person?
e. Lastly, if approved, approximatley how long does it take to receive the card? I have a trip to Puerto Rico for a week after the interview. Wondering if I should cancel it, or is it okay to fly there without the card since it is still the USA?

PS, I have sent you a request to edit the spreadsheet.
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1. Maybe, I don't know.
2a. Nothing is impossible - has his new package been accepted? Has he received his bio notice and completed it accordingly?
2b. Yes, he can be invited for a separate interview after you in September. The good news is he does not fall out of status if your application gets approved while his remains pending.
2c. I wouldn't do that, not unless you're ready for the possibility of your currently scheduled interview being cancelled while they wait for your husband's application to catch up with yours. You however can try having him attend your interview with you (even if he's not listed on your interview letter).
2d. I have no idea. The Lockbox (being the first step of the process) will not be aware of what you've done at the FO.
2e. Take a look at the Timeline spreadsheet for how long on average it's taken other folks to receive their GC following approval. Same response previously provided here re the Puerto Rico trip still applies. If you're able to get a temporary GC (I-551 stamp) from the IO at the end of your interview, then you should be fine traveling without the plastic GC.

Spreadsheet access request granted.
 
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